The No. 9 California women's rowing team is set to compete at the Big Ten Invitational this weekend in Sacramento, alongside 18 other programs nationwide. This two-day event will feature all 11 Big Ten teams and eight additional squads, competing in various eights and fours races at Lake Natoma. Notably, the Bears have ranked among the top eight participating teams according to the latest CRCA Coaches' Poll. Following a close dual with No. 5 Washington, the Bears are eager to improve their standings. Fans can watch the live stream on B1G+ and track results online.

By the Numbers
  • The invitational features 19 programs competing.
  • Cal is currently ranked No. 9 in the CRCA Coaches' Poll.
State of Play
  • The Bears defeated Washington in the third varsity eight race but lost the first varsity eight by three seconds.
  • All events will be streamed live; results will be updated online.
What's Next

After the Big Ten Invitational, the Bears will look to capitalize on their performance and prepare for upcoming dual meets and championships, aiming to improve their ranking and momentum through the season.

Bottom Line

This weekend's competition is crucial for the Golden Bears to showcase their abilities and build confidence as they progress through a challenging season.